Dickies · Scrubs & Work Uniforms
Dickies EDS Signature Men's Zip Fly Pull-On Scrub Pants
Lower concern; standard scrub pants with no PFAS-indicative features detected.
Dickies EDS scrub pants are uncoated cotton/polyester blend with no waterproof or stain-resistant finish. No PFAS claims or third-party verification; brand silent on the issue.
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Material
cotton/polyester blend fabric
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Dickies EDS Signature Men's Scrub Pants is made of, ingredients and materials
Dickies EDS Signature scrub pants are a cotton-polyester blend, typically 65% polyester / 35% cotton or similar ratio. Polyester contributes durability and wrinkle resistance; cotton adds breathability and comfort. The blend is standard medical apparel and does not require water-repellent or stain-resistant finishes on record for this model, reducing exposure to treatment chemicals. No specialty coatings, elastane, or elastomer components are documented.
What’s concerning
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement from the brand about PFAS in this product.
Azo dyes and colorant residues
Polyester-heavy blends are typically solution-dyed or piece-dyed; no specific dye chemistry or allergen testing is disclosed for EDS Signature. Loose or unreacted dyes can leach in early washes. Standard for the category; pre-wash mitigates risk.
Antimony in polyester fiber
Polyester production may use antimony trioxide as a catalyst; residual antimony in finished fiber is below regulatory limits in compliant manufacturing but is not routinely disclosed for apparel. Standard polyester exposure; no specific testing on record for Dickies EDS.
Elastic waistband degradation and microfiber shedding
Elastane (spandex) in the waistband and any elastic components can degrade with heat and washing, shedding microfibers. No special elastane or elastomer composition is specified; standard medical-grade elastic is typical. Normal wear and proper care minimize shedding.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
No wrinkle-free, stain-resistant, or antimicrobial finish is documented on this model. Cotton-polyester blend does not typically require formaldehyde-releasing resin unless a durable-press treatment is specified, which is not on record.
Source, ATSDR ↗Lead
No lead, cadmium, or heavy-metal contamination in scrub pants dyes has been reported for Dickies or this product line. However, third-party dye testing is not publicly available; no certification (e.g., OEKO-TEX) verifies absence.
Source, ATSDR ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Dickies is a major workwear and medical apparel manufacturer with no public chemical disclosure policy or third-party sustainability certifications (e.g., GOTS, OEKO-TEX) on record for this line. The brand has not faced documented recalls or chemical controversies specific to EDS scrub pants. Transparency on dye sources, flame retardants, or formaldehyde-releasing finishes is not publicly available.
How it compares in its category
Standard medical scrub pants of this type (cotton-polyester blends from brands like Cherokee, Koi, Dickies) are widely used in hospitals and clinics without widespread chemical safety incidents. Certified organic cotton or OEKO-TEX certified scrubs are available at higher price points if dye and finish transparency is a priority. Dickies EDS is positioned as affordable, durable baseline medical wear rather than premium or specialty-treated.
If you buy it
Wash in warm water with mild detergent before first wear to reduce loose dyes or sizing residue. Machine dry on medium heat; do not over-dry, as polyester can degrade under prolonged high heat. Inspect seams and elastic waistband annually for wear; replace if elastic loses stretch or seams fray, as these are stress points. Normal laundry practices are sufficient; no special care required.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 72% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Dickies has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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